Vladimir Visotskiy (Russian: Высоцкий, Владимир Семёнович) (25 January 1938 – 25 July 1980) was a Russian singer, poet and actor.During his lifetime, he became one of the most popular singers and actors in Soviet countries.
Vladimir Visotsky was also identified with the title of poet in the Soviet Union. However, he introduced himself as an actor and writer, mocking his name as a poet. He had a considerable influence on many Russian actors and singers in the next generation. For many, success was perceived as reaching, surpassing.

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